Car industryFederal Government brings forward fuel quality updates to 2024Car manufacturers have long argued the poor fuel standards have stopped them from introducing newer technology in Australia.5 years ago
New car pricesHaval Jolion 2021: renewed lineup starts from $25,490 driveawayHaval has filled out the Jolion lineup in Australia with a new starting grade that includes an extensive list of features.5 years ago
Car industryBentley brand “totally compatible” with electrification, CEO saysBentley CEO Adrian Hallmark said the effortless feeling of torque was shared between its W12 engines and electric powertrains.5 years ago
Electric vehiclesBentley Flying Spur 2022: plug-in hybrid coming to Australia early next yearBentley will bring a plug-in hybrid version of the Flying Spur to Australia next year with around 50km of electric-only range.5 years ago
Car industryHyundai Nexo 2021: sets hydrogen world record by driving 887.5km on one tankUsing a single tank of hydrogen, the Hyundai Nexo was able to beat its own record and drastically exceed its WLTP claim of 666km.5 years ago
New car pricesBentley Bentayga 2021: arrives in Australia with 770Nm V8 engineWith a savage engine under the bonnet and a more comfortable, tech-smart interior, Bentayga buyers couldn't ask their car to do much more.5 years ago
Future carsGenesis G70 Shooting Brake 2021: long-roof option fully unveiled for AustraliaThe G70 Shooting Brake offers a 40 per cent boost in storage capacity over the standard sedan, with both promised for Australia.5 years ago
Car industryThis week on Chasing Cars: G70 Shooting Brake and Tiguan Allspace unveiled, Police say no to EVs for nowThis week we look at the new EVs coming from Genesis and Porsche, plus talk a potential Lotus Elise revival and the new Tiguan Allspace5 years ago
Future carsAudi SQ5 2021: Sportback to arrive before October, packing 700Nm dieselAudi will bring a Sportback version of the SQ5 to Australia which can hit 0-100km/h in just over five seconds, yet drink just 7L/100km.5 years ago
Car industryFord Ranger adopted by Victoria Police to transport prisonersFord will initially supply 200 Ranger utes to Victoria Police with a specialised 4x4 Ranger planned for off road duties.5 years ago
Future carsSubaru Solterra 2022: marque’s first EV not for AustraliaWhile the Solterra isn't coming to Australia, Subaru's local arm says they remain at the discussion table for future electric vehicles.5 years ago
Future carsVolkswagen Tiguan 2022: Allspace unveiled, arrives in Australia early next yearVolkswagen has unveiled the facelifted Tiguan Allspace with upgraded technology such as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.5 years ago
Electric vehiclesHyundai Motor Group to launch EV GV70 and Ioniq 6 in 2022Information leaked from a recent investment meeting has revealed that two new electric cars and a slew of facelifts are on the horizon.5 years ago
Electric vehiclesPorsche Macan 2023: EV on the horizon as engineers begin testingUsing a combination of simulators and three million kilometres of testing on the road, engineers are testing the limits of the Macan EV.5 years ago
New car pricesToyota Mirai 2021: hydrogen-powered sedan now available on long-term leaseWith 650km of range and electric power from the rear-mounted electric motors, the hydrogen-powered Mirai is a unique offering in Australia.5 years ago
Future carsGenesis G70 2021: Shooting Brake coming to AustraliaGenesis has confirmed the yet to be fully unveiled G70 Shooting Brake will be coming to Australia before October.5 years ago
Car industryLotus Elise 2021: lightweight coupe could live on at another companyLotus has stated it is willing to sell off the rights to the Elise but only if it can find the right buyer.5 years ago
Car industryAustralian police forces not ready for electric cars due to range, charging fearsAn investigation by Chasing Cars has found EVs are few and far between in our police forces though hybrids are often used for admin duties5 years ago
Electric vehiclesEncouraging signs for electric cars joining Australian police fleets: EV Council CEOThe head of the EV Council has praised Australian police forces for looking into the technology even though adoption is currently limited.5 years ago
Future carsMercedes-Benz EQA: 520Nm, all-wheel-drive coming to AustraliaAustralia will receive a more powerful all-wheel-drive version of the EQA later this year that will hit 100km/h in six seconds.5 years ago
Car technologyMichelin to make its tyres 100% sustainable by 2050Michelin has developed tyres using recycled and sustainable materials which it said led to an increase in performance when tested in MotoE.5 years ago
New car pricesSuzuki Jimny 2021: price jumps by $2,500 amid dealer mark-upsThe popular Jimny has been given a bump in price to almost $30,000 but dealers are already charging above $40,000 driveaway.5 years ago
Future carsFerrari 812 Competizione 2022: 9,500rpm special series coupe and targa unveiledFerrari has unveiled a special edition model based on the 812 Superfast with an 6.5L V12 that sings to 9,500rpm.5 years ago
New car pricesSuzuki Vitara 2021: city-sized SUV starts from $26,990 driveawayThe Vitara is available in either front or all-wheel-drive form with a surprisingly light chassis matched with a series of punchy engines.5 years ago